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1. 68 Radio device regulatory notice Note Below regulatory information is for models with wireless LAN and or Bluetooth only General This product complies with the radio frequency and safety standards of any country or region in which it has been approved for wireless use Depending on configurations this product may or may not contain wireless radio devices such as wireless LAN and or Bluetooth modules Below information is for products with such devices European Union EU R amp TTE Directive 1999 5 EC as attested by conformity with the following harmonized standard Article 3 1 a Health and Safety EN60950 1 2001 EN50371 2002 EN50360 2002 Applied to models with 3G function Article 3 1 b EMC EN301 489 1 V1 4 1 2002 EN301 489 17 V1 2 1 2002 EN301 489 3 V1 4 1 2002 Applied to models with 27MHz wireless mouse keyboard EN301 489 7 V1 2 1 2002 Applied to models with 3G function EN301 489 24 V1 2 1 2002 Applied to models with 3G function Article 3 2 Spectrum Usages EN300 328 V1 5 1 2004 EN301 893 V1 2 3 2003 EN300 220 1 V1 3 1 2000 Applied to models with 27MHz wireless mouse keyboard EN300 220 3 V1 1 1 2000 Applied to models with 27MHz 69 wireless mouse keyboard EN301 511 V9 0 2 2003 Applied to models with 3G function EN301 908 1 V2 2 1 2003 Applied to models with 3G function EN301 908 2 V2 2 1 2003 Applied to models with 3G CE 70 List of applicable countries
2. Acer eRecovery Management consists of the following functions 1 Create backup 2 Burn backup disc 3 Restore and recovery This chapter will guide you through each process Note This feature is only available on certain models For systems that do not have a built in optical disc burner plug in an external optical disc burner before entering Acer eRecovery Management for optical disc related tasks When using Acer eRecovery Management you may be prompted to enter the Empowering Technology password to proceed The Empowering Technology password is set using the Empowering Technology toolbar or when first running Acer eLock Management or Acer eRecovery Management Create backup You can easily create full and fast incremental backup images of your system configuration to hard disk from the main Acer eRecovery Management screen Note Fast incremental Backup is only available after a Full Backup is made 1 Press lt Alt gt lt F10 gt or select Acer eRecovery Management from the Empowering Technology toolbar to start Acer eRecovery Management 2 Inthe Acer eRecovery Management window select the type of backup you want to create using Full or Fast 3 Follow the instructions on screen to complete the process 60 Burn backup disc Using the Burn Disc page of Acer eRecovery Management you can burn the factory default image a user backup image the current system configuration or an application backup image to CD o
3. O LLJ Empowering Technology z Acer eNet Management Current Profile ENS ol WLAN Connected Wi Fi in Range 3 Wi Fi Metwork s Wi Fi Network MIS 15FD2 Y 59 60 Connection Speed 11 Mbps LAN Connected Connect to MIS 15F D2 successful t Main E Profile Manager Settings Acer eNet Management can save network settings for a location to a profile and automatically switch to the appropriate profile when you move from one location to another Settings stored include network connection settings IP and DNS settings wireless AP details etc as well as default printer settings Security and safety concerns mean that Acer eNet Management does not store username and password information Empowering Technology z Acer eNet Management Profile Manager auto Main Foel Mir 5 Settings D O D go m 3 O O to lt gt O U D H O C D z O LLJ Acer ePower Management El Acer ePower Management features a straightforward user interface for configuring your power management options To access this utility select Acer ePower Management from the Empowering Technology toolbar run the program from the Acer Empowering Technology program group in Start menu or right click the Windows power icon in the system tray and select Acer ePower Management Using power plans Acer ePower Manage
4. You are required to provide the following information Name Telephone number ___ ee SEEN Machine and model type Serial number 44 Battery pack The computer uses a battery pack that gives you long use between charges Battery pack characteristics The battery pack has the following characteristics e Employs current battery technology standards e Delivers a battery low warning The battery is recharged whenever you connect the computer to the AC adapter Your computer supports charge in use enabling you to recharge the battery while you continue to operate the computer However recharging with the computer turned off results in a significantly faster charge time The battery will come in handy when you travel or during a power failure It is advisable to have an extra fully charged battery pack available as backup Contact your dealer for details on ordering a spare battery pack Maximizing the battery s life Like all other batteries your computer s battery will degrade over time This means that the battery s performance will diminish with time and use To maximize your battery s life you are advised to adhere to the recommendations set out below Conditioning a new battery pack Before you use a battery pack for the first time there is a conditioning process that you should follow 1 Insert the new battery without turning the computer on Connect the AC adapter and fully charge the battery Dis
5. lt Fn gt lt gt Volume down Decreases the sound volume lt Fn gt lt gt gt elo Brightness up Increases the screen brightness e B lt Fn gt lt gt ote Brightness down Decreases the screen brightness Ld Special keys You can locate the Euro symbol and the US dollar sign at the upper center and or bottom right of your keyboard ee eu en eee ee ee CTI Ba rr sou HAAT E 5 D C 7 m E The Euro symbol 1 Open a text editor or word processor 2 Either press lt gt at the bottom right of the keyboard or hold lt Alt Gr gt and then press the lt 5 gt key at the upper center of the keyboard Note Some fonts and software do not support the Euro symbol Please refer to www microsoft com typography fag faqi12 htm for more information The US dollar sign 1 Open a text editor or word processor 2 Either press lt gt at the bottom right of the keyboard or hold lt Shift gt and then press the lt 4 gt key at the upper center of the keyboard Note This function varies according to the language settings 33 Ejecting the optical CD or DVD drive tray Press the drive eject button to eject the optical drive tray when the computer is on Insert a clip to the emergency eject hole to eject the optical drive tray when the computer is off 34 Using a computer security lock The notebook comes with a Kensington compatible security slot for a security lock
6. Acer MediaBay hot swappable optical drive 8X DVD Super Multi double layer drive 5 in 1 card reader supporting Secure Digital SD MultiMediaCard MMC Memory Stick MS Memory Stick PRO MS PRO xD Picture Card xD Dimensions and weight Power subsystem Input devices Audio Communication 21 339 4 W x 245 D x 35 39 H mm 13 36 x 9 65 x 1 37 1 54 inches 2 72 kg 6 lbs with 9 cell battery pack and Acer MediaBay 6 cell 2nd battery pack 2 62 kg 5 77 lbs with 9 cell battery pack and optical drive 2 56 kg 5 63 Ibs with 6 cell battery pack and Acer MediaBay 6 cell 2nd battery pack 2 48 kg 5 46 lbs with 6 cell battery pack and optical drive ACPI 3 0 CPU power management standard supports Standby and Hibernation power saving modes 79 9 W 7200 mAh Li ion primary battery pack 9 cell 53 3 W 4800 mAh Li ion primary battery pack 6 cell 44 4 N 4000 mAh Li ion primary battery pack 6 cell 3 pin 65 W AC adapter 2 5 hour rapid charge system off 3 0 hour charge in use 88 89 key Acer FineTouch keyboard with 5 curve inverted T cursor layout 2 5 mm minimum key travel Dual navigation control featuring Acer FineTrack with two FineTrack buttons and touchpad with 4 way scroll button Acer Bio Protection fingerprint reader supporting Acer FingerNav 4 way control function 12 function keys four cursor keys two Windows keys hotkey controls embedded numeric ke
7. EU member states as of May 2004 are Belgium Denmark Germany Greece Spain France Ireland Italy Luxembourg the Netherlands Austria Portugal Finland Sweden United Kingdom Estonia Latvia Lithuania Poland Hungary Czech Republic Slovak Republic Slovenia Cyprus and Malta Usage allowed in the countries of European Union as well as Norway Switzerland Iceland and Liechtenstein This device must be used in strict accordance with the regulations and constraints in the country of use For further information please contact local office in the country of use The FCC RF safety requirement The radiated output power of the wireless LAN Mini PCI Card and Bluetooth card is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits Nevertheless the notebook PC series shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized as follows 1 Users are requested to follow the RF safety instructions on wireless option devices that are included in the user s manual of each RF option device Caution To comply with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements a separation distance of at least 20 cm 8 inches must be maintained between the antenna for the integrated wireless LAN Mini PCI Card built in to the screen section and all persons Auxiliary i Main Note The Acer wireless Mini PCI adapter implements a transmission diversity function The function does not emit radio frequencies simultaneou
8. Wrap the computer security lock cable around an immovable object such as a table or handle of a locked drawer Insert the lock into the notch and turn the key to secure the lock Some keyless models are also available 35 Audio The computer comes with 32 bit Intel High Definition audio and built in stereo speakers Adjusting the volume Adjusting the volume on the computer is as easy as pressing some buttons See Hotkeys on page 31 for more information on adjusting the speaker volume 36 Using the system utilities Acer TPM based Bio Protection for selected models Acer Bio Protection Fingerprint Solution is a multi purpose fingerprint software package integrated with the Microsoft Windows operating system Utilizing the uniqueness of one s fingerprint features Acer Bio Protection Fingerprint Solution has incorporated protection against unauthorized access to your computer with Pre Boot Authentication PBA centralized password management with Password Bank and fast application website launching and login with Acer FingerLaunch Acer Bio Protection Fingerprint Solution also allows you to navigate through web browsers and documents using Acer FingerNav With Acer Bio Protection Fingerprint Solution you can now enjoy an extra layer of protection for your personal computer as well as the convenience of accessing your daily tasks with a simple swipe of your finger For more information refer to the Acer Bio Pr
9. may interfere with the functionality of inadequately protected medical devices Consult a physician or the manufacturer of the medical device to determine if they are adequately shielded from external RF energy or if you have any questions Switch off your device in health care facilities when any regulations posted in these areas instruct you to do so Hospitals or health care facilities may be using equipment that could be sensitive to external RF transmissions viii Pacemakers Pacemaker manufacturers recommend that a minimum separation of 15 3 centimeters 6 inches be maintained between wireless devices and a pacemaker to avoid potential interference with the pacemaker These recommendations are consistent with the independent research by and recommendations of Wireless Technology Research Persons with pacemakers should do the following e Always keep the device more than 15 3 centimeters 6 inches from the pacemaker e Not carry the device near your pacemaker when the device is switched o If you suspect interference switch off your device and move it Hearing aids Some digital wireless devices may interfere with some hearing aids If interference occurs consult your service provider Vehicles RF signals may affect improperly installed or inadequately shielded electronic systems in motor vehicles such as electronic fuel injection systems electronic antiskid antilock braking systems electronic speed control systems and air
10. tested under BM7 Pixel fault class 500 mm 0 0 90 0 Class IV 85 0 e luminance level 250 250cosa Ix where a 85 e Color Source D65 e Ordinary LCD Class Protective or Acer CrystalBrite LCD Class III Yn u n v n Class Il Index A AC adapter caring for xiv audio adjusting the volume 35 troubleshooting 41 B battery pack battery low warning 47 caring for xv characteristics 44 charging 46 checking charge level 46 installing 45 low conditions 47 maximizing life 44 optimizing 46 removing 46 using the first time 44 brightness hotkeys 32 C caps lock 29 onindicator 24 care AC adapter xiv battery pack xv computer xiv CD ROM ejecting manually 41 troubleshooting 41 charging checking level 46 cleaning computer xv computer caring for xiv cleaning xv disconnecting 48 features 14 37 indicators 24 keyboards 29 moving around 48 Onindicator 16 24 75 setting up ahome office 50 taking home 49 traveling internationally 51 traveling on local trips 51 troubleshooting 61 turning off xiv connections network 54 D display hotkeys 31 troubleshooting 40 DVD 57 DVD movies playing 57 E error messages 61 Euro 32 F FAQ See frequently asked questions frequently asked questions 40 front view 16 20 H Hibernation mode hotkey 31 hotkeys 31 IEEE 1394 port 55 infrared 54 K keyboard 29 embedded numeric keypad 29 ho
11. at a distance of up to one meter SE E ty HE 55 Universal Serial Bus USB The USB 2 0 port is a high speed serial bus which allows you to connect USB peripherals without taking up precious system resources IEEE 1394 port The computer s IEEE 1394 port allows you to connect to an IEEE 1394 compatible device like a video camera or digital camera See your video or digital camera s documentation for details 1394 56 PC Card slot The Type II PC Card slot of the computer accepts PC Cards that enhance the usability and expandability of the computer These cards should have a PC Card logo on them PC Cards formerly PCMCIA are add on cards for portable computers giving you expansion possibilities long afforded by desktop PCs Popular PC Cards include flash fax data modem wireless LAN and SCSI cards CardBus improves on the 16 bit PC card technology by expanding the bandwidth to 32 bits Note Refer to your card s manual for details on how to install and use the card and its functions Inserting a PC Card Insert the card into the slot and make the proper connections e g network cable if necessary See your card manual for details Ejecting a PC Card Before ejecting a PC Card 1 Exit the application using the card 2 Left click on the PC Card icon on the taskbar and stop the card operation 3 Press the slot eject button to pop out the eject button then p
12. bag systems For more information check with the manufacturer or its representative of your vehicle or any equipment that has been added Only qualified personnel should service the device or install the device in a vehicle Faulty installation or service may be dangerous and may invalidate any warranty that may apply to the device Check regularly that all wireless equipment in your vehicle is mounted and operating properly Do not store or carry flammable liquids gases or explosive materials in the same compartment as the device its parts or enhancements For vehicles equipped with an air bag remember that air bags inflate with great force Do not place objects including installed or portable wireless equipment in the area over the air bag or in the air bag deployment area If in vehicle wireless equipment is improperly installed and the air bag inflates serious injury could result Using your device while flying in aircraft is prohibited Switch off your device before boarding an aircraft The use of wireless teledevices in an aircraft may be dangerous to the operation of the aircraft disrupt the wireless telephone network and may be illegal Potentially explosive environments Switch off your device when in any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere and obey all signs and instructions Potentially explosive atmospheres include areas where you would normally be advised to turn off your vehicle engine Sparks in such areas could
13. battery Do not use it in a humid wet or corrosive environment Do not put store or leave your product in or near a heat source in a high temperature location in strong direct sunlight in a microwave oven or in a pressurized container and do not expose it to temperatures over 60 C 140 F Failure to follow these guidelines may cause the battery to leak acid become hot explode or ignite and cause injury and or damage Do not pierce open or disassemble the battery If the battery leaks and you come into contact with the leaked fluids rinse thoroughly with water and seek medical attention immediately For safety reasons and to prolong the lifetime of the battery charging will not occur at temperatures below 0 C 32 F or above 40 C 104 F The full performance of a new battery is achieved only after two or three complete charge and discharge cycles The battery can be charged and vi discharged hundreds of times but it will eventually wear out When the operation time becomes noticeably shorter than normal buy a new battery Use only Acer approved batteries and recharge your battery only with Acer approved chargers designated for this device Use the battery only for its intended purpose Never use any charger or battery that is damaged Do not short circuit the battery Accidental short circuiting can occur when a metallic object such as a coin clip or pen causes direct connection of the positive and negative terminal
14. environment Warning For safety reasons turn off all wireless or radio transmitting devices when using your laptop under the following conditions These devices may include but are not limited to wireless lan WLAN Bluetooth and or 3G Remember to follow any special regulations in force in any area and always switch off your device when its use is prohibited or when it may cause interference or danger Use the device only in its normal operating positions This device meets RF exposure guidelines when used normally and it and its antenna are positioned at least 1 5 centimeters 5 8 inches away from your body refer to the figure below It should not contain metal and you should position the device the above stated distance from your body To successfully transmit data files or messages this device requires a good quality connection to the network In some cases transmission of data files or messages may be delayed until such a connection is available Ensure that the above separation distance instructions are followed until the transmission is completed Parts of the device are magnetic Metallic materials may be attracted to the device and persons with hearing aids should not hold the device to the ear with the hearing aid Do not place credit cards or other magnetic storage media near the device because information stored on them may be erased Medical devices Operation of any radio transmitting equipment including wireless phones
15. in front of a computer Long work periods bad posture poor work habits stress inadequate working conditions personal health and other factors greatly increase the risk of physical injury Incorrect computer usage may lead to carpal tunnel syndrome tendonitis tenosynovitis or other musculoskeletal disorders The following symptoms may appear in the hands wrists arms shoulders neck or back e numbness or a burning or tingling sensation e aching soreness or tenderness e pain swelling or throbbing e stiffness or tightness e coldness or weakness If you have these symptoms or any other recurring or persistent discomfort and or pain related to computer use consult a physician immediately and inform your company s health and safety department The following section provides tips for more comfortable computer use xi Finding your comfort zone Find your comfort zone by adjusting the viewing angle of the monitor using a footrest or raising your sitting height to achieve maximum comfort Observe the following tips e refrain from staying too long in one fixed posture e avoid slouching forward and or leaning backward e stand up and walk around regularly to remove the strain on your leg muscles e take short rests to relax your neck and shoulders e avoid tensing your muscles or shrugging your shoulders e install the external display keyboard and mouse properly and within comfortable reach e if you view your
16. key Application key Pressed alone this key has the same effect as clicking on the Windows Start button it launches the Start menu It can also be used with other keys to provide a variety of functions lt 4g gt Open or close the Start menu lt 4g gt lt D gt Display the desktop lt fz gt lt E gt Open Windows Explore lt 4g gt lt F gt Search for a file or folder lt Ag gt lt G gt Cycle through Sidebar gadgets lt 4g gt lt L gt Lock your computer if you are connected to a network domain or switch users if you re not connected to a network domain lt fz gt lt M gt Minimizes all windows lt 4g gt lt R gt Open the Run dialog box lt 4g gt lt T gt Cycle through programs on the taskbar lt 4g gt lt U gt Open Ease of Access Center lt 4g gt lt X gt Open Windows Mobility Center lt 4g gt lt BREAK gt Display the System Properties dialog box lt Az gt lt SHIFT M gt Restore minimized windows to the desktop lt Az gt lt TAB gt Cycle through programs on the taskbar by using Windows Flip 3 D lt 4g gt lt SPACEBAR gt Bring all gadgets to the front and select Windows Sidebar lt CTRL gt lt 4 gt lt F gt Search for computers if you are on a network lt CTRL gt lt 4 gt lt TAB gt Use the arrow keys to cycle through programs on the taskbar by using Windows
17. lamp specific disposal information check www lamprecycle org ENERGY STAR is a government program public private partnership that gives people the power to protect the environment in a cost effective way and without sacrificing quality or product features Products that earn the ENERGY STAR prevent greenhouse gas emissions by meeting strict energy efficiency guidelines set by the US Environmental Protection Agency EPA and the US Department of Energy DOE In the average home 75 of all electricity used to power home electronics is consumed while the products are turned off ENERGY STAR qualified home electronic products in the off position use up to 50 less energy than conventional equipment More information refers to http www energystar gov and http Awww energystar gov powermangement As an ENERGY STAR partner Acer Inc has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency This product has been shipped enabled for power management e Activate display Sleep mode within 15 minutes of user inactivity e Activate computer s Sleep mode within 30 minutes of user inactivity e Wake the computer from Sleep mode by pushing power button e More power management settings can be done through Acer ePower Management Tips and information for comfortable use Computer users may complain of eyestrain and headaches after prolonged use Users are also at risk of physical injury after long hours of working
18. systems High power radars are allocated as primary users meaning they have priority of 5250 5350 MHz and 5650 5850 MHz and these radars could cause interference and or damage to LELAN Licence Exempt Local Area Network devices 72 Federal Communications Comission Declaration of Conformity This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation The following local manufacturer importer is responsible for this declaration Product name Notebook PC Model number LC1 Machine type TravelMate 6492 SKU number TravelMate 6492 xxxxx x 0 9 a z orA Z Name of responsible party Acer America Corporation Address of responsible party 333 West San Carlos St San Jose CA 95110 USA Contact person Acer Representitive Tel 1 254 298 4000 Fax 1 254 298 4147 73 Declaration of Conformity for CE Marking CEO Declaration of Conformity We Acer Computer Shanghai Limited 3F No 168 Xizang medium road Huangpu District Shanghai China Contact Person Mr Easy Lai Tel 886 2 8691 3089 Fax 886 2 8691 3000 E mail easy lai acer com tw Hereby declare that Product Personal Computer Trade Name Acer Model Number LC1 Machine Type TravelMate 6492 SKU Number TravelMate 6492 xxx
19. the battery pack 5 Turn on the computer and resume work The AC adapter or 1 Save all necessary files a power outletis 2 Close all applications unavailable You 3 Shut down the operating system to turn off the have no spare computer battery pack 48 Taking your notebook PC with you This section gives you tips and hints to consider when moving around or traveling with your computer Disconnecting from the desktop Follow these steps to disconnect your computer from external accessories 1 Save any open files Remove any media floppy disks or compact disks from the drive s Shut down the computer Close the display cover Disconnect the cord from the AC adapter nu BR ww N Disconnect the keyboard pointing device printer external monitor and other external devices 7 Disconnect the Kensington lock if you are using one to secure the computer Disconnecting from Acer ezDock II II Follow these steps to disconnect your computer from Acer ezDock II II Make sure that the battery pack is charged enough for normal operation 2 Make sure the security lock key of ezDock II Il is in place and in the unlocked position 3 Press the undock button until the computer moves up Grasping both sides of the computer remove the computer from the ezDock Moving around When you are just moving within short distances for example from your office desk to a meeting room Preparing the computer Before
20. to magnetic fields e Do not expose the computer to rain or moisture e Do not spill water or any liquid on the computer e Do not subject the computer to heavy shock or vibration e Do not expose the computer to dust or dirt e Never place objects on top of the computer e Donotslam the computer display when you close it e Never place the computer on uneven surfaces Taking care of your AC adapter Here are some ways to take care of your AC adapter e Do not connect the adapter to any other device e Do not step on the power cord or place heavy objects on top of it Carefully route the power cord and any cables away from foot traffic e When unplugging the power cord do not pull on the cord itself but pull on the plug e The total ampere ratings of the equipment plugged in should not exceed the ampere rating of the cord if you are using an extension cord Also the total current rating of all equipment plugged into a single wall outlet should not exceed the fuse rating XV Taking care of your battery pack Here are some ways to take care of your battery pack e Use only batteries of the same kind as replacements Turn the power off before removing or replacing batteries e Do not tamper with batteries Keep them away from children e Dispose of used batteries according to local regulations Recycle if possible Cleaning and servicing When cleaning the computer follow these steps 1 Turn off the computer and remo
21. your computer s optical drive is a slot load model it will not have an eject hole The keyboard does not respond Try attaching an external keyboard to a USB port on the computer If it works contact your dealer or an authorized service center as the internal keyboard cable may be loose The infrared port does not work Check the following e Make sure that the infrared ports of the two devices are facing each other 15 degrees a maximum of 1 meter apart e Make sure there is a clear path between the two infrared ports Nothing should be blocking the ports e Make sure you have the appropriate software running on both devices for file transfers or you have the appropriate drivers for printing to an infrared printer e During the POST press lt F2 gt to access the BIOS utility and verify that the infrared port is enabled e Make sure both devices are IrDA compliant The printer does not work Check the following 42 e Make sure that the printer is connected to a power outlet and that it is turned on e Make sure that the printer cable is connected securely to the computer s parallel port or a USB port and the corresponding port on the printer want to set up my location to use the internal modem To properly use your communication software e g HyperTerminal you need to set up your location 1 Click on Start Settings Control Panel 2 Double click on Phone and Modem Options 3 Click on Dia
22. 65 C Humidity non condensing Operating 20 to 80 e Non operating 20 to 80 Wi Fi ACPI 3 0 Mobile PC 2002 DMI 2 0 TCG 1 2 GS certification One year International Travelers Warranty ITW Note The specifications listed above are for reference only The exact configuration of your PC depends on the model purchased 24 Indicators The computer has several status indicators The power battery and wireless communication status indicators are visible even when the LCD display is closed Caps Lock Lights up when Caps Lock is activated Num Lock Lights up when Num Lock is activated HDD Indicates when the hard disk drive is active Wireless LAN Indicates the status of wireless LAN communication gt 90 Bluetooth Indicates the status of Bluetooth communication Battery Indicates the computer s batttery status Power Indicates the computer s power status ve 72 1 Charging The light shows amber when the battery is charging 2 Fully charged The light shows green when in AC mode 25 Easy launch buttons Located above the keyboard are four buttons These buttons are called easy launch buttons They are Empowering Key lt gt one user programmable button Internet and email Press lt gt to run the Acer Empowering Technology Please see Acer Empowering Technology on page 1 The mail and Web browser buttons are pre set to email and Internet programs but can be reset by
23. CD or DVD drive tray Using a computer security lock Audio Adjusting the volume Using the system utilities Acer TPM based BiopProtect for selected models Acer GridVista dual display compatible Launch Manager Norton Internet Security Frequently asked questions Requesting service International Travelers Warranty ITW Before you call Battery pack Battery pack characteristics Maximizing the battery s life Installing and removing the battery pack Charging the battery Checking the battery level Optimising battery life Battery low warning Taking your notebook PC with you Disconnecting from the desktop Disconnecting from Acer ezDock II Il Moving around Preparing the computer What to bring to meetings Taking the computer home Preparing the computer What to take with you Special considerations Setting up a home office Traveling with the computer Preparing the computer What to take with you Special considerations Traveling internationally with the computer Preparing the computer What to bring with you Special considerations Expanding through options Connectivity options Fax data modem Built in network feature Fast Infrared FIR Universal Serial Bus USB 32 33 34 35 35 36 36 37 38 39 40 43 43 43 44 44 44 45 46 46 46 47 48 48 48 48 48 49 49 49 50 50 50 50 51 51 51 51 51 51 52 53 53 53 54 54 55 IEEE 1394 port PC Card slot Installing memory Using software Playing DVD movies Power
24. ER MXMAAMAMAAAAM AAAA XXE EE DE DE DEEE ECC EE DE DE DEEE EEE RARE MODE MO ACA MEE E E A KAMANA DEA ADE A I ECC AMA A AIE AAE A MA EAE KAMAKA MAANAM A MA AIA AA KAMANA A AA AAAA A A E En System Information Boot Options BIOS Passwords acer 13 Windows Mobility Center Windows Mobility Center 3 hr 00 min ted No display ERES Connectec lt gt i 92 remaining 1 connected Testing L Turn wireless off Connect display Volume Battery Status Wireless Network External Display No syne partnerships ep Not presenting Sync settings Turn on D O D go m 3 O O to lt Sync Center Presentation Settings acer Customized by Acer Inc Share Service is EAN OAE E spas Y On Bluetooth is Off Drivers and Utilities Disable Share Folder Turn Bluetooth on Open Share Folder Bluetooth Software Page The Windows Mobility Center collects key mobile related system settings in one easy to find place so you can quickly configure your Acer system to fit the situation as you change locations networks or activities Settings include display brightness power plan volume wireless networking on off external display settings display orientation and synchronization status Windows Mobility Center also includes Acer specific settings like Bluetooth Add Device if applicable sharing folders overview sharing service on or off and a short
25. Flip 3 D Note Depending on your edition of Windows Vista some shortcuts may not function as described This key has the same effect as clicking the right mouse button it opens the application s context menu 31 Hotkeys The computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to access most of the computer s controls like screen brightness volume output and the BIOS utility To activate hotkeys press and hold the lt Fn gt key before pressing the other key in the hotkey combination HAN E CO IE El HV lt Fn gt lt F1 gt 9 Hotkey help Displays help on hotkeys lt Fn gt lt F2 gt p Acer eSettings Launches Acer eSettings in Acer Empowering Technology See Acer Empowering Technology on page 1 lt Fn gt lt F3 gt I Acer ePower Launches Acer ePower Management v Management in Acer Empowering Technology See Acer Empowering Technology on page 1 lt Fn gt lt F4 gt 7 Sleep Puts the computer in Sleep mode lt Fn gt lt F5 gt Display toggle Switches display output between the BIC display screen external monitor if connected and both lt Fn gt lt F6 gt Screen blank Turns the display screen backlight a off to save power Press any key to return lt Fn gt lt F7 gt Touchpad toggle Turns the internal touchpad on and a off lt Fn gt lt F8 gt Speaker toggle Turns the speakers on and off lt Fn gt lt T gt m Volume up Increases the sound volume 32
26. GM965 Chipset supporting Intel Active Management Technology AMT 2 5 e Intel 82566MM Gigabit Network Connection supporting Intel Active Management Technology Intel Wireless WiFi Link 4965AGN dual band quad mode 802 11a b g Draft N Wi Fi CERTIFIED network connection supporting Acer SignalUp with InviLink Nplify wireless technology or 4965AG dual band tri mode 802 11a b g Wi Fi CERTIFIED network connection supporting Acer SignalUp wireless technology System memory Up to 2 GB of DDR2 533 667 MHz memory upgradeable to 4 GB using two soDIMM modules dual channel support Display and e 14 1 WXGA TFT LCD 1280 x 800 pixel resolution supporting graphics simultaneous multi window viewing via Acer GridVista Mobile Intel GM965 Express Chipset with integrated 3D graphics featuring Intel Graphics Media Accelerator GMA X3100 with up to 358 MB of Intel Dynamic Video Memory Technology 4 0 8 MB of dedicated DDR2 VRAM up to 350 MB of dynamic system memory supporting Microsoft DirectX 9 and DirectX 10 Up to 2048 x 1536 resolution via non interlaced CRT display 16 7 million colors MPEG 2 DVD hardware assisted capability acceleration WMV9 VC 1 and H 264 AVC support acceleration S video TV out NTSC PAL support Storage 80 120 160 GB hard disk drive with Acer DASP Disk subsystem Anti Shock Protection enhancement Acer MediaBay hot swappable 80 120 160 GB 2nd hard disk drive
27. L A LASER DE CLASSE 1 PRODUIT LASERATTENTION RADIATION DU FAISCEAU LASER INVISIBLE EN CAS D OUVERTURE EVITTER TOUTE EXPOSITION AUX RAYONS LUOKAN 1 LASERLAITE LASER KLASSE 1 VORSICHT UNSICHTBARE LASERSTRAHLUNG WENN ABDECKUNG GEOFFNET NICHT DEM STRAHLL AUSSETZEN PRODUCTO LASER DE LA CLASE ADVERTENCIA RADIACION LASER INVISIBLE AL SER ABIERTO EVITE EXPONERSE A LOS RAYOS ADVARSEL LASERSTRALING VEDABNING SE IKKE IND STRALEN VARO LAVATTAESSA OLET ALTTINA LASERSATEILYLLE VARNING LASERSTRALNING NAR DENNA DEL AR PPNAD ALA TUIJOTA SATEESEENSTIRRA EJ IN STRALEN VARNING LASERSTRALNING NAR DENNA DEL AR OPPNADSTIRRA EJ IN STRALEN ADVARSEL LASERSTRALING NAR DEKSEL APNESSTIRR IKKE INN STRALEN LCD pixel statement The LCD unit is produced with high precision manufacturing techniques Nevertheless some pixels may occasionally misfire or appear as black or red dots This has no effect on the recorded image and does not constitute a malfunction Macrovision copyright protection notice U S Patent Nos 4 631 603 4 819 098 4 907 093 5 315 448 and 6 516 132 This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by U S patents and other intellectual property rights Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited
28. Manager allows you to set the four easy launch buttons located above the keyboard Easy launch buttons on page 25 for the location of the easy launch buttons You can access the Launch Manager by clicking on Start All Programs and then Launch Manager to start the application Norton Internet Security Norton Internet Security is an anti virus utility that can protect against viruses keeping your data safe and secure 39 How do check for viruses 1 2 3 Double click the Norton Internet Security icon on the Windows desktop Select Tasks amp Scans Select Run Scan to scan your system Norton Internet Security Vv Subscription 81 days remaining Tasks amp Scans le Run a Scan Scan your entire computer scan commonly infected areas or run a Help custom scan of drives folders or disks Last Run XX x 200X Last Run XX XX 200X Keports amp STAUSUCS on Quick Links Support a Open Norton Account Help Technical Support Quick Tasks Run LiveUpdate Scan Now View History When the scan is complete review the results of the scan CI lt r ence ten nen sneer en eneneneenenenenenen Note For optimal security run a Full System Scan when scanning your computer for the first time You can schedule customized virus scans that run unattended on specific dates and times or at periodic intervals If you are using the computer when the scheduled scan begins it runs in the b
29. TravelMate 6492 Series User s Guide Copyright 2006 Acer Incorporated All Rights Reserved TravelMate 6492 Series User s Guide Original Issue 5 2007 Changes may be made periodically to the information in this publication without obligation to notify any person of such revisions or changes Such changes will be incorporated in new editions of this manual or supplementary documents and publications This company makes no representations or warranties either expressed or implied with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims the implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose Record the model number serial number purchase date and place of purchase information in the space provided below The serial number and model number are recorded on the label affixed to your computer All correspondence concerning your unit should include the serial number model number and purchase information No part of this publication may be reproduced stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form or by any means electronically mechanically by photocopy recording or otherwise without the prior written permission of Acer Incorporated TravelMate 6492 Series Notebook PC Model number Serial number Date of purchase Place of purchase Acer and the Acer logo are registered trademarks of Acer Incorporated Other companies product names or trademarks are used herein for identification p
30. UTION for Listening To protect your hearing follow these instructions e Increase the volume gradually until you can hear clearly and comfortably e Do not increase the volume level after your ears have adjusted e Do not listen to music at high volumes for extended periods e Do not increase the volume to block out noisy surroundings e Decrease the volume if you can t hear people speaking near you IV Warnings Do not use this product near water Do not place this product on an unstable cart stand or table If the product falls it could be seriously damaged Slots and openings are provided for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating These openings must not be blocked or covered The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed sofa rug or other similar surface This product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register or in a built in installation unless proper ventilation is provided Never push objects of any kind into this product through cabinet slots as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock Never spill liquid of any kind onto or into the product To avoid damage of internal components and to prevent battery leakage do not place the product on a vibrating surface Never use it under sporting exercising or any vibrating environment which will probably cause unexpec
31. aCard MMC Secure Digital SD xD Picture Card xD for selected models Accepts audio line in devices e g audio CD player stereo walkman Accepts input from external microphones Connects to audio line out devices e g speakers headphones Enables disables the Bluetooth function Indicates the status of Bluetooth communication Enables disables the wireless function Indicates the status of wireless LAN communication Locks and releases the lid Left view l S video TV out NTSC PAL port Ventilation slots 4 pin IEEE 1394 port Modem RJ 11 port Ethernet RJ 45 port USB 2 0 port SmartCard slot PC Card slot 345 6 7 8 9 17 Connects to a television or display device with S video input for selected models Enable the computer to stay cool even after prolonged use Connects to IEEE 1394 devices for selected models Connects to a phone line Connects to an Ethernet 10 100 1000 based network Connects to USB 2 0 devices e g USB mouse USB camera 3 total Accepts the TravelMate SmartCard for selected models Accepts one Type II PC Card PC Card slot eject button Ejects the PC Card from the slot 18 Right view 1 2 345 6 1 aks USB 2 0 port Connect to USB 2 0 devices e g USB mouse USB camera 2 Acer MediaBay optical Internal optical drive accepts CDs or drive DVDs 3 Optical disk access Lights up when the optical drive is indic
32. ackground so that you do not have to stop working For more information refer to the Norton Internet Security help files 40 Frequently asked questions The following is a list of possible situations that may arise during the use of your computer Easy solutions are provided for each one turned on the power but the computer does not start or boot up Look at the power indicator e If it is not lit no power is being supplied to the computer Check the following e If you are using on the battery it may be low and unable to power the computer Connect the AC adapter to recharge the battery pack e Make sure that the AC adapter is properly plugged into the computer and to the power outlet If it is lit check the following e Is a non bootable non system disk in the external USB floppy drive Remove or replace it with a system disk and press lt Ctrl gt lt Alt gt lt Del gt to restart the system Nothing appears on the screen The computer s power management system automatically blanks the screen to save power Press any key to turn the display back on If pressing a key does not turn the display back on three things might be the cause e The brightness level might be too low Press lt Fn gt lt gt gt increase to adjust the brightness level e The display device might be set to an external monitor Press the display toggle hotkey lt Fn gt lt F5 gt to toggle the display back to the
33. ary at left Triple primary at right or Quad Acer Gridvista is dual display compatible allowing two displays to be partitioned independently Acer GridVista is simple to set up 1 Run Acer GridVista and select your preferred screen configuration for each display from the taskbar 38 2 Drag and drop each window into the appropriate grid 3 Enjoy the convenience of a well organized desktop v Extend Desktop to External Monitor Grid Configuration Display 1 gt XX NONE Display 2 C1 Single Optionsi O Double vertical About CB Triple primary at left N Exit A Triple primary at right FA Quad cru Irarenet Lap E x DL 0 Ce R treet re D Decrypt Fle Ve Open Close PSD Travel NL LT eso sn ean AD eme of a View Gin 8 DCR ELLE BE AaB AE l awa What is the Windows Experience Index i GOE ram raman wa Fos Ta 5 Fle at View Tosh Help BR omre Gomes os Opens D g a S gl J cu least a month bow na 18 Top chef offers holiday party tips masoag zan sos CI Note Please ensure that the resolution setting of your second monitor is set to the manufacturer s recommended value Launch Manager 8 Launch Manager Button Configuration Technology CP Launch Manager Launch Manager Delete Wily Internet Browser Delete E Mail E Mail Manager Delete Launch
34. as chemical plants or where blasting operations are in progress Areas with a potentially explosive atmosphere are often but not always marked They include below deck on boats chemical transfer or storage facilities vehicles using liquefied petroleum gas such as propane or butane and areas where the air contains chemicals or particles such as grain dust or metal powders Do not switch the notebook on when wireless phone use is prohibited or when it may cause interference or danger Replacing the battery pack The notebook uses lithium batteries Replace the battery with the same type as that which came bundled with your product Use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion Warning Batteries may explode if not handled properly Do not disassemble or dispose of them in fire Keep them away from children Follow local regulations when disposing of used batteries VII Telephone line safety e Disconnect all telephone lines from the equipment when not in use and or before servicing e To avoid the remote risk of electric shock from lightning do not connect the telephone line to this equipment during lightning or thunderstorms Warning For safety reasons do not use non compliant parts when adding or changing components Consult your reseller for purchase options Additional safety information Your device and its enhancements may contain small parts Keep them out of the reach of small children Operating
35. ator active 4 Optical drive eject button Ejects the optical disk from the drive Emergency eject hole Ejects the optical drive tray when the computer is turned off 6 serial port Connects to serial devices Rear view 1 Q USB 2 0 port Connect to USB 2 0 devices e g USB mouse USB camera 3 External display Connects to a display device VGA port e g external monitor LCD projector 2 DC in jack Connects to an AC adapter ES D 4 Kensington lock slot Connects to a Kensington compatible a computer security lock Base view ul A WI N gt fe Battery bay Battery lock ezDock II IIl connector Acer MediaBay release latch Hard disk bay Memory compartment Acer DASP Battery latch Houses the computer s battery pack Locks the battery in position Connects to Acer ezDock Il II Lock or unlock Acer MediaBay device Houses the computer s hard disk secured with screws Houses the computer s main memory Disk Anti Shock Protection Release the battery pack 20 Specifications Operating Windows Vista Business system Genuine Windows XP Professional Service Pack 2 Platform Intel Centrino Pro mobile processor technology featuring e Intel Core 2 Duo mobile processor T7300 T7500 T7700 4 MB L2 cache 2 2 2 2 4 GHz 800 MHz FSB or T7100 2 MB L2 cache 1 8 GHz 800 MHz FSB supporting Intel 64 architecture and Intel Virtualization technology Mobile Intel
36. by putting the computer in Sleep mode Press lt Fn gt lt F4 gt or close the display cover whenever you are not actively using the computer To resume open the display if closed then press and release the power button Taking the computer home When you are moving from your office to your home or vice versa Preparing the computer After disconnecting the computer from your desktop follow these steps to prepare the computer for the trip home e Check that you have removed all media and compact disks from the drive s Failure to remove the media can damage the drive head e Pack the computer in a protective case that can prevent the computer from sliding around and cushion it if it should fall 50 Caution Avoid packing items next to the top cover of the computer Pressure against the top cover can damage the screen What to take with you Unless you have some items at home take the following items with you e AC adapter and power cord e The printed User s Guide Special considerations Follow these guidelines to protect your computer while traveling to and from work e Minimize the effects of temperature changes by keeping the computer with you e f you need to stop for an extended period of time and cannot carry the computer with you leave the computer in the trunk of the car to avoid exposing the computer to excessive heat e Changes in temperature and humidity can cause condensation Allow the comp
37. cause an explosion or fire resulting in bodily injury or even death Switch off the device at refueling points such as near gas pumps at service stations Observe restrictions on the use of radio equipment in fuel depots storage and distribution areas chemical plants or where blasting operations are in progress Areas with a potentially explosive atmosphere are often but not always clearly marked They include below deck on boats chemical transfer or storage facilities vehicles using liquefied petroleum gas such as propane or butane and areas where the air contains chemicals or particles such as grain dust or metal powders Emergency calls Warning You cannot make emergency calls through this device To make an emergency call you shall dial out through your mobile phone or other telephone call system Disposal instructions Do not throw this electronic device into the trash when discarding To minimize pollution and ensure utmost protection of the global environment please recycle For more information on the Waste from Electrical and Electronics Equipment WEEE regulations visit http global acer com about sustainability htm Mercury advisory For projectors or electronic products containing an LCD CRT monitor or display Lamp s inside this product contain mercury and must be recycled or disposed of according to local state or federal laws For more information contact the Electronic Industries Alliance at www eiae org For
38. ck Management the Empowering Technology password must be set first Once set you can apply locks to any of the devices types Lock s will immediately be set without any reboot necessary and will remain after rebooting until removed Note If you lose the Empowering Technology password there is no method to reset it except by reformatting your system Make sure to remember or write down your password r Empowering Technology FN ab Acer eLock Management D O D go m 3 O O to lt Removable Storage Devices Optical Drive Devices Floppy Drive Devices Apply gt O U D H O C D z O LLJ 10 Acer eRecovery Management Lx Acer eRecovery Management is a versatile backup utility It allows you to create full or incremental backups burn the factory default image to optical disc and restore from previously created backups or reinstall applications and drivers By default user created backups are stored to the D drive Acer eRecovery Management provides you with e Password protection Empowering Technology password e Full and incremental backups to hard disk or optical disc e Creation of backups e Factory default image User backup image Current system configuration e Application backup e Restore and recovery e Factory default image User backup image e From previously created CD DVD e Reinstall ap
39. computer e ifthe Sleep indicator is lit the computer is in Sleep mode Press and release the power button to resume Image is not full screen Each computer display has a different native resolution depending on the screen If you set the resolution lower than this native resoution the screen expands to fill the computer display Right click on your Windows desktop and select Properties to bring up the Display Properties dialog box Then click on the Settings tab to make sure that the resolution is set to the appropriate resolution Resolutions lower than the specified resolution are not full screen on the computer or on an external monitor 41 No audio is heard from the computer Check the following e The volume may be muted In Windows look at the volume control speaker icon on the taskbar If it is crossed out click on the icon and deselect the Mute all option e The volume level may be too low In Windows look at the volume control icon on the taskbar You can also use the volume control buttons to adjust the volume See Hotkeys on page 31 for more detail e f headphones earphones or external speakers are connected to the line out port on the computer the internal speakers automatically turn off want to eject the optical drive tray without turning on the power There is a mechanical eject hole on the optical drive Simply insert the tip of a pen or paperclip into the hole and push to eject the tray If
40. connect the AC adapter Turn on the computer and operate using battery power Fully deplete the battery until the battery low warning appears num A ww N Reconnect the AC adapter and fully charge the battery again 45 Follow these steps again until the battery has been charged and discharged three times Use this conditioning process for all new batteries or if a battery hasn t been used for a long time If the computer is to be stored for more than two weeks you are advised to remove the battery pack from the unit Warning Do not expose battery packs to temperatures below 0 C 32 F or above 45 C 113 F Extreme temperatures may adversely affect the battery pack By following the battery conditioning process you condition your battery to accept the maximum possible charge Failure to follow this procedure will prevent you from obtaining the maximum battery charge and will also shorten the effective lifespan of the battery In addition the useful lifespan of the battery is adversely affected by the following usage patterns e Using the computer on constant AC power with the battery inserted If you want to use constant AC power you are advised to remove the battery pack after it is fully charged e Not discharging and recharging the battery to its extremes as described above e Frequent use the more you use the battery the faster it will reach the end of its effective life A standard computer battery has a lif
41. ction and special keys Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad gs lock keys which you can i aipa c mienne Lo S I D mn E EAA LL B E Caps Lock When Caps Lock is on all alphabetic characters typed are in uppercase Num Lock When Num Lock is on the embedded keypad is in numeric mode The lt Fn gt lt F11 gt keys function as a calculator complete with the arithmetic operators and Use this mode when you need to do a lot of numeric data entry A better solution would be to connect an external keypad Scroll Lock lt Fn gt When Scroll Lock is on the screen moves one line up or down when lt F12 gt you press the up or down arrow keys respectively Scroll Lock does not work with some applications The embedded numeric keypad functions like a desktop numeric keypad It is indicated by small characters located on the upper right corner of the keycaps To simplify the keyboard legend cursor control key symbols are not printed on the keys Number keys on Type numbers in a normal embedded keypad manner Cursor control keys on Hold lt Shift gt while using cursor Hold lt Fn gt while using embedded keypad control keys cursor control keys Main keyboard keys Hold lt Fn gt while typing letterson Type the letters in a embedded keypad normal manner 30 Windows keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows specific functions E Windows
42. cut to the Acer user guide drivers and utilities To launch Windows Mobility Center e Use the shortcut key lt u gt lt X gt e Start Windows Mobility Center from the Control panel e Start Windows Mobility Center from the Accessories program group in the Start menu 14 Your Acer notebook tour After setting up your computer as illustrated in the Just for Starters poster let us show you around your new Acer notebook Front view TravelMate 6492 1 Acer Crystal Eye Web camera for video communication for selected models 2 Display screen Also called Liquid Crystal Display LCD displays computer output 3 AcerFineTouch For entering data into your computer Keyboard 4 11 12 Acer FineTrack Acer Bio Protection fingerprint reader Touchpad Status indicators Click buttons left center and right Palmrest FinTrack buttons left and right Power button Status indicators Easy launch buttons Microphone 15 Touch sensitive pointing device which functions like a computer mouse when used together with the click buttons See FineTrack basics on page 26 for more details The center button serves as Acer Bio Protection fingerprint reader supporting Acer FingerNav 4 way control function for selected models Touch sensitive pointing device which functions like a computer mouse Light Emitting Diodes LEDs that light up to show the status of the computer s fu
43. e span of about 300 charges Installing and removing the battery pack Important Before removing the battery from the unit connect the AC adapter if you want to continue using your computer Otherwise turn off the computer first To install a battery pack 1 Align the battery with the open battery bay make sure that the end with the contacts will enter first and that the top surface of the battery is facing up 2 Slide the battery into the battery bay and gently push until the battery locks in place 46 To remove a battery pack 1 Slide the battery release latch to release the battery 2 Pull the battery from the battery bay Charging the battery To charge the battery first make sure that it is correctly installed in the battery bay Plug the AC adapter into the computer and connect to a mains power outlet You can continue to operate your computer on AC power while your battery is charging However charging the battery with the computer turned off results in a significantly faster charge time Note You are advised to charge the battery before retiring for the day Charging the battery overnight before traveling enables you to start the next day with a fully charged battery Checking the battery level The Windows power meter indicates the current battery level Rest the cursor over the battery power icon on the taskbar to see the battery s present charge level Optimising battery life Optimizing battery
44. ependent on the equipment PC associated with this device In order to operate within the limits for compliance with Telecom s specifications the associated equipment shall be set to ensure that automatic calls to different numbers are spaced such that there is not less than 5 seconds between the end of one call attempt and the beginning of another 5 This equipment shall not be set up to make automatic calls to Telecom s 111 Emergency Service 6 This device is equipped with pulse dialing while the Telecom standard is DTMF tone dialing There is no guarantee that Telecom lines will always continue to support pulse dialing 7 Use of pulse dialing when this equipment is connected to the same line as other equipment may give rise to bell tinkle or noise and may also cause a false answer condition Should such problems occur the user should NOT contact the telecom Fault Service 8 This equipment may not provide for the effective hand over of a call to another device connected to the same line 9 Under power failure conditions this appliance may not operate Please ensure that a separate telephone not dependent on local power is available for emergency use 67 Laser compliance statement The CD or DVD drive used with this computer is a laser product The CD or DVD drive s classification label shown below is located on the drive CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT CAUTION INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM APPAREI
45. er eSettings Management accesses system information and adjusts settings easily For more information right click on the Empowering Technology toolbar then select the Help or Tutorial function Empowering Technology password Before using Acer eLock Management and Acer eRecovery Management you must initialize the Empowering Technology password Right click on the Empowering Technology toolbar and select Password Setup to do so If you have not initialized the Empowering Technology password and run Acer eLock Management or Acer eRecovery Management you will be asked to create it Note If you lose the Empowering Technology password there is no way to reset it except by reformatting your system Make sure to remember or write down your password D O D go m 3 O O to lt Acer eNet Management k Acer eNet Management helps you quickly connect to both wired and wireless networks in a variety of locations To access this utility select Acer eNet Management from the Empowering Technology toolbar or run the program from the Acer Empowering Technology program group in Start menu You can also set Acer eNet Management to start automatically when you boot up your PC Acer eNet Management automatically detects the best settings for a new location while offering you the option to manually adjust the settings to match your needs gt O U D H O C D z
46. ering Technology Ty Acer ePresentation Management Please select a mode Motebook LOD Only Projection XGA 1024 x 768 pixels Projection Normal 800 x 600 pixels Note If the restored resolution is not correct after disconnecting a projector or you need to use an external resolution that is not supported by Acer ePresentation Management adjust your display settings using Display Properties or the utility provided by the graphics vendor Acer eDataSecurity Management Acer eDataSecurity Management is an encryption utility that protects your files from being accessed by unauthorized persons It is conveniently integrated with Windows Explorer as a shell extension for quick data encryption decryption and also supports on the fly file encryption for Lotus Notes and Microsoft Outlook The Acer eDataSecurity Management setup wizard will prompt you for a supervisor password and default encryption password This password will be used to encrypt files by default or you can choose to enter your own password when encrypting a file Acer eDataSecuri Initialize Supervisor Password The Supervisor Password serves two purposes 1 To grant access to the Personal Secure Disk 2 To provide you with a last resort to decrypt any files previously encrypted Please record and keep it in a secure place and never disclose it to anyone Initialize Supervisor Password Enter Supervisor Password Confirm passw
47. ged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures e Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna e Increase the separation between the device and receiver o Connect the device into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected e Consult the dealer or an experienced radio television technician for help Notice Shielded cables All connections to other computing devices must be made using shielded cables to maintain compliance with FCC regulations Notice Peripheral devices Only peripherals input output devices terminals printers etc certified to comply with the Class B limits may be attached to this equipment Operation with non certified peripherals is likely to result in interference to radio and TV reception Caution Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user s authority which is granted by the Federal Communications Commission to operate this computer Operation conditions This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference 64 and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Notice Canadian users This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 Remarque a l intention des utilisateurs canadiens Cet appareil n
48. he recovery process 3 Refer to the onscreen instructions to perform system recovery Important This feature occupies 10 GB in a hidden partition on your hard disk Requesting service International Travelers Warranty ITW Your computer is backed by an International Travelers Warranty ITW that gives you security and peace of mind when traveling Our worldwide network of service centers are there to give you a helping hand An ITW passport comes with your computer This passport contains all you need to know about the ITW program A list of available authorized service centers is in this handy booklet Read this passport thoroughly Always have your ITW passport on hand especially when you travel to receive the benefits from our support centers Place your proof of purchase in the flap located inside the front cover of the ITW passport If the country you are traveling in does not have an Acer authorized ITW service site you can still get in contact with our offices worldwide Please consult http global acer com Before you call Please have the following information available when you call Acer for online service and please be at your computer when you call With your support we can reduce the amount of time a call takes and help solve your problems efficiently If there are error messages or beeps reported by your computer write them down as they appear on the screen or the number and sequence in the case of beeps
49. heck if the modem and connector is compatible with the telecommunications system of the country you are traveling in 53 Expanding through options Your notebook PC offers you a complete mobile computing experience Connectivity options Ports allow you to connect peripheral devices to your computer as you would with a desktop PC For instructions on how to connect different external devices to the computer read the following section Fax data modem Your computer has a built in V 92 56 Kbps fax data modem Warning This modem port is not compatible with digital phone lines Plugging this modem into a digital phone line will damage the modem To use the fax data modem port connect a phone cable from the modem port to a telephone jack c 8 Warning Please make sure that the cable you use is appropriate for the country in which you are working 54 Built in network feature The built in network feature allows you to connect your computer to an Ethernet based network To use the network feature connect an Ethernet cable from the Ethernet RJ 45 port on the chassis of the computer to a network jack or hub on your network aa oa Fast Infrared FIR The computer s Fast Infrared FIR port allows you to do wireless data transfer with other IR aware computers and peripherals such as PDAs mobile phones and infrared printers The infrared port can transfer data at speeds of up to 4 Mbps
50. ine if it is causing the problem If the problem is with the equipment discontinue use and contact your dealer or vendor Caution To reduce the risk of fire use only No 26 AWG or larger UL Listed or CSA Certified Telecommunication Line Cord TBR 21 This equipment has been approved Council Decision 98 482 EC TBR 21 for single terminal connection to the Public Switched Telephone Network PSTN However due to differences between the individual PSTNs provided in different countries the approval does not of itself give an unconditional assurance of successful operation on every PSTN termination point In the event of problems you should contact your equipment supplier in the first instance List of applicable countries EU member states as of May 2004 are Belgium Denmark Germany Greece Spain France Ireland Italy Luxembourg the Netherlands Austria Portugal Finland Sweden United Kingdom Estonia Latvia Lithuania Poland Hungary Czech Republic Slovak Republic Slovenia Cyprus and Malta Usage allowed in the countries of European Union as well as Norway Switzerland Iceland and Liechtenstein This device must be used in strict accordance with the regulations and constraints in the country of use For further information please contact local office in the country of use Notice for Australia For safety reasons only connect headsets with a telecommunications compliance label This includes customer equipment prev
51. iously labelled permitted or certified 66 Notice for New Zealand 1 The grant of a Telepermit for any item of terminal equipment indicates only that Telecom has accepted that the item complies with minimum conditions for connection to its network It indicates no endorsement of the product by Telecom nor does it provide any sort of warranty Above all it provides no assurance that any item will work correctly in all respects with another item of Telepermitted equipment of a different make or model nor does it imply that any product is compatible with all of Telecom s network services 2 This equipment is not capable under all operating conditions of correct operation at the higher speeds for which it is designed Telecom will accept no responsibility should difficulties arise in such circumstances 3 Some parameters required for compliance with Telecom s Telepermit requirements are dependent on the equipment PC associated with this device The associated equipment shall be set to operate within the following limits for compliance with Telecom s Specifications a There shall be no more than 10 call attempts to the same number within any 30 minute period for any single manual call initiation and b The equipment shall go on hook for a period of not less than 30 seconds between the end of one attempt and the beginning of the next call attempt 4 Some parameters required for compliance with Telecom s Telepermit requirements are d
52. it 1 Click on Start All Programs AcerSystem 2 Click on AcerSystem User s Guide Note Viewing the file requires Adobe Reader If Adobe Reader is not installed on your computer clicking on AcerSystem User s Guide will run the Adobe Reader setup program first Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the installation For instructions on how to use Adobe Reader access the Help and Support menu Basic care and tips for using your computer Turning your computer on and off To turn on the computer simply press and release the power button below the LCD screen beside the easy launch buttons See Front view on page 14 for the location of the power button XIV To turn the power off do any of the following e Use the Windows shutdown command e Use the power button You can also put the computer by pressing the sleep hotkey lt Fn gt lt F4 gt Note If you cannot power off the computer normally press and hold the power button for more than four seconds to shut down the computer If you turn off the computer and want to turn it on again wait at least two seconds before powering up Taking care of your computer Your computer will serve you well if you take care of it e Do not expose the computer to direct sunlight Do not place it near sources of heat such as a radiator e Do not expose the computer to temperatures below 0 C 32 F or above 50 C 122 F e Do not subject the computer
53. life helps you get the most out of battery operation prolonging the charge recharge cycle and improving recharging efficiency You are advised to follow the suggestions set out below e Purchase an extra battery pack e Use AC power whenever possible reserving battery for on the go use e Eject a PC Card if it is not being used as it will continue to draw power for selected model e Store the battery pack in a cool dry place The recommended temperature is 10 C to 30 C Higher temperatures cause the battery to self discharge faster e Excessive recharging decreases the battery life e Look after your AC adapter and battery 47 Battery low warning When using battery power pay attention to the Windows power meter Warning Connect the AC adapter as soon as possible after the battery low warning appears Data will be lost if the battery to become fully depleted and the computer shuts down When the battery low warning appears the recommended course of action depends on your situation The AC adapter 1 Plug the AC adapter into the computer and then and a power connect to the mains power supply outlet are 2 Save all necessary files available 3 Resume work Turn off the computer if you want to recharge the battery rapidly An extra fully 1 Save all necessary files charged battery 2 Close all applications pack is available 3 Shut down the operating system to turn off the computer 4 Replace
54. ling Rules and begin setting up your location Refer to the Windows manual MS E E E E T Note Please note on first booting your notebook that you can skip the Internet Connection setup as it is not necessary to complete the installation of your Operating System After the Operating System is set up you can proceed with the Internet Connection setup want to restore my computer to its original settings without recovery CDs a ceeetine cee ece ss eee Note If your system is the multilingual version the operating system and language you choose when you first turn on the system will be the only option for future recovery operations This recovery process helps you restore the C drive with the original software content that is installed when you purchase your notebook Follow the steps below to rebuild your C drive Your C drive will be reformatted and all data will be erased It is important to back up all data files before using this option Before performing a restore operation please check the BIOS settings 1 Check to see if Acer disk to disk recovery is enabled or not 2 Make sure the D2D Recovery setting in Main is Enabled 3 Exit the BIOS utility and save changes The system will reboot Note To activate the BIOS utility press lt F2 gt during POST 43 To start the recovery process 1 Restart the system 2 While the Acer logo is showing press lt Alt gt lt F10 gt at the same time to enter t
55. management Acer eRecovery Management Create backup Burn backup disc Restore and recovery Troubleshooting Troubleshooting tips Error messages Regulations and safety notices FCC notice Modem notices Laser compliance statement LCD pixel statement Macrovision copyright protection notice Radio device regulatory notice General European Union EU The FCC RF safety requirement Canada Low power license exempt radio communication devices RSS 210 Federal Communications Comission Declaration of Conformity Declaration of Conformity for CE Marking LCD panel ergonomic specifications Index 55 56 56 57 57 58 59 59 60 60 61 61 61 63 63 64 67 67 67 68 68 68 70 71 72 73 74 75 Acer Empowering Technology The Empowering Technology toolbar makes it easy for you to access frequently used functions and manage your new Acer system Displayed by default in the upper half of your screen it provides access to the following utilities e Acer eNet Management hooks up to location based networks intelligently e Acer ePower Management optimizes battery usage via customizable power plans e Acer ePresentation Management connects to a projector and adjusts display settings e Acer eDataSecurity Management protects data with passwords and encryption e Acer eLock Management limits access to external storage media e Acer eRecovery Management backs up and recovers data flexibly reliably and completely e Ac
56. ment comes with three predefined power plans Balanced High performance and Power saver You can also create customized power plans You can create switch between edit delete and restore power plans as described below View and adjust settings for On Battery and Plugged In modes by clicking the appropriate tabs You can open Windows power options by clicking More Power Options Note You cannot delete the predefined power plans To create a new power plan Creating customized power plans allows you to save and quickly switch to a personalized set of power options 1 Click the Create Power Plan icon 2 Enter a name for your new power plan 3 Choose a predefined power plan to base your customized plan on 4 If necessary change the display and sleep settings you want your computer to use 5 Click OK to save your new power plan To switch between power plans 1 Select the power plan you wish to switch to from the drop down list 2 Click Apply To edit a power plan Editing a power plan allows you to adjust system settings like LCD brightness and CPU speed You can also turn on off system components to extend battery life 1 Switch to the power plan you wish to edit 2 Adjust settings as required 3 Click Apply to save your new settings To delete a power plan You cannot delete the power plan you are currently using If you want to delete the active power plan switch to another one first 1 Select the
57. monitor more than your documents place the display at the center of your desk to minimize neck strain Taking care of your vision Long viewing hours wearing incorrect glasses or contact lenses glare excessive room lighting poorly focused screens very small typefaces and low contrast displays could stress your eyes The following sections provide suggestions on how to reduce eyestrain Eyes e Rest your eyes frequently e Give your eyes regular breaks by looking away from the monitor and focusing on a distant point e Blink frequently to keep your eyes from drying out Display e Keep your display clean e Keep your head at a higher level than the top edge of the display so your eyes point downward when looking at the middle of the display e Adjust the display brightness and or contrast to a comfortable level for enhanced text readability and graphics clarity e Eliminate glare and reflections by e placing your display in such a way that the side faces the window or any light source e minimizing room light by using drapes shades or blinds e using a task light e changing the display s viewing angle e using a glare reduction filter e using a display visor such as a piece of cardboard extended from the display s top front edge e Avoid adjusting your display to an awkward viewing angle e Avoid looking at bright light sources such as open windows for extended periods of time xii Developing good w
58. moving the computer close and latch the display cover to place it in Sleep mode You can now safely take the computer anywhere you go within the building To bring the computer out of Sleep mode open the display then press and release the power button 49 If you are taking the computer to a client s office or a different building you may choose to shut down the computer Click on Start then click on Shut Down Start Search Oa WING Shut Down You can put the computer in Sleep mode by pressing lt Fn gt lt F4 gt Then close and latch the display When you are ready to use the computer again unlatch and open the display then press and release the power button Note If the Sleep indicator is off the computer has entered Hibernation mode and is turned off If the power indicator is off but the Sleep indicator is on the computer has entered Sleep mode In both cases press and release the power button to turn the computer back on Note that the computer may enter Hibernation mode after being in Sleep mode for a period of time What to bring to meetings If your meeting is relatively short you probably do not need to bring anything with you other than your computer If your meeting will be longer or if your battery is not fully charged you may want to bring the AC adapter with you to plug in your computer in the meeting room If the meeting room does not have an electrical outlet reduce the drain on the battery
59. nctions and components See Indicators on page 24 for more details The left and right buttons function like the left and right mouse buttons the center button serves as a 4 way scroll button Comfortable support area for your hands when you use the computer Function like the left and right mouse buttons when used together with the center keyboard FineTrack See FineTrack basics on page 26 for more details Turns the computer on and off Light Emitting Diodes LEDs that light up to show the status of the computer s functions and components See Indicators on page 24 for more details Buttons for launching frequently used programs See Easy launch buttons on page 25 for more details Internal microphone for sound recording 16 Closed front view 234 5 678 9 10 11 10 11 speakers Power indicator Battery indicator Infrared port 5 in 1 card reader lt gt PRO IAA SI D Line in jack Microphone in jack L Headphones speaker line out jack Bluetooth es communication switch indicator G Wireless communication switch indicator L Latch Left and right speakers deliver stereo audio output Indicates the computer s power status Indicates the computer s battery status Interfaces with infrared devices e g infrared printer and IR aware computer for selected models Accepts Memory Stick MS Memory Stick PRO MS PRO MultiMedi
60. ord Note The password used to encrypt a file is the unique key that the system needs to decrypt it If you lose the password the supervisor password is the only other key capable of decrypting the file If you lose both passwords there will be no way to decrypt your encrypted file Be sure to safeguard all related passwords D O D go m 3 gt O O to lt gt O U D H O C D z O LLJ P Acer eDataSecurity Management File Decryption Acer eDataSecurity Management File Encryption Enter a password 4 to 12 characters 2 Confirm password Files already encrypted will not be encrypted again Powered by Gegi Warning on Desktop Search Tools Acer eLock Management L Acer eLock Management is simple yet effective utility that allows you to lock removable storage optical and floppy drive devices to ensure that data can t be stolen while your system is unattended e Removable Storage Devices includes USB disk drives USB pen drives USB flash drives USB MP3 drives USB memory card readers IEEE 1394 disk drives and any other removable storage devices that can be mounted as a file system when plugged into the system e Optical Drive Devices includes any kind of CD ROM DVD ROM HD DVD or Blu ray drive devices Floppy Drive Devices 3 5 inch floppy drives only To use Acer eLo
61. ork habits Develop the following work habits to make your computer use more relaxing and productive e Take short breaks regularly and often e Perform some stretching exercises e Breathe fresh air as often as possible e Exercise regularly and maintain a healthy body Warning We do not recommend using the computer on a couch or bed If this is unavoidable work for only short periods take breaks regularly and do some stretching exercises Note For more information please refer to Regulations and safety notices on page 63 in the AcerSystem User s Guide xiii First things first We would like to thank you for making an Acer notebook your choice for meeting your mobile computing needs Your guides To help you use your Acer notebook we have designed a set of guides First off the Just for Starters poster helps you get started with setting up your computer The printed User s Guide introduces you to the basic features and functions of your new computer For more on how your computer can help you to be more productive please refer to the AcerSystem User s Guide This guide contains detailed information on such subjects as system utilities data recovery expansion options and troubleshooting In addition it contains warranty information and the general regulations and safety notices for your notebook It is available in Portable Document Format PDF and comes preloaded on your notebook Follow these steps to access
62. otection help files Drag items to the FingerLaunch settings below or right click to modify the item 2 0 D U amp Log Off Shut Down Hibernate Reminder SysSet 37 Acer GridVista dual display compatible Cy RECO Note This feature is only available on certain models To enable the dual display feature of your notebook first ensure that a second display is connected then open the Display Settings properties box using the Control Panel or by right clicking the Windows desktop and selecting Personalize Select the secondary monitor 2 icon in the display box and then click the check box Extend the desktop onto this monitor Finally click Apply to confirm the new settings and click OK to complete the process amp Display Settings Monitor Drag the icons to match your monitors Identify Monitors 2 2 Default Monitor on xxxxxxxxxx hi i aa main moni Extend the desktop onto this monitor Resolution Colors Low g High HighestG2bit xxxx by xxxx pixels ow do I get the best display Advanced Settings C x Cancel Apply Acer GridVista offers four pre defined display settings so you can view multiple windows on the same screen To access this function please go to Start All Programs and click on Acer GridVista You may choose any one of the four display settings indicated below GE ES esd Bate Double vertical Triple prim
63. plications drivers 11 Empowering Technology wy Acer eRecovery Management Full Backup Fast Backup Abojouups bulwamodwy Backup Points Name Time For more information please refer to Acer eRecovery Management on page 59 in the AcerSystem User s Guide Note If your computer did not come with a Recovery CD or System CD please use Acer eRecovery Management s System backup to optical disc feature to burn a backup image to CD or DVD To ensure the best results when recovering your system using a CD or Acer eRecovery Management detach all peripherals except the external Acer ODD if your computer has one including your Acer ezDock 12 Acer eSettings Management ksd Acer eSettings Management allows you to inspect hardware specifications set BIOS passwords and modify boot options Acer eSettings Management also e Provides a simple graphical user interface for navigation e Prints and saves hardware specifications e _Lets you set an asset tag for your system gt O U D H O C D z O LLJ Empowering Technology Soh re Acer eSettings Management Video Summary Processor Memory Manufacturer Product Name Operating System Chipset Processor System Memory Hard Drive 1 CDOIDYD Drive 1 Video Video Memory Audio Ethernet Card 1 Wireless LAN Card 1 Serial Port Asset Tag Audio Network oS A Acer MEMRAM RER RE MMMM KR EE MARNE MORE R
64. power plan you wish to delete from the drop down list 2 Click the Delete Power Plan icon Battery status For real time battery life estimates based on current usage refer to the panel in the upper half of the window Click the to view estimated battery life in sleep and hibernate modes Empowering Technolog i Acer ePower Management Power Plan v Remaining Battery Life 2 Hours 32 Mins On Battery Pluggedin More Power Options CPU Speed LCD Brightness Turn off display Put computer to sleep Graphics Power Mode When in high power capacity When in low power capacity My low power capacity definition is under 25 9 HA Ware On Off On amp Wireless LAN O A CardBus WiredLAN O Firewire 1394 Bluetooth O D O D go m 3 O O to lt Acer ePresentation Management c Acer ePresentation Management lets you project your computer s display to an external display device or projector using the hotkey lt Fn gt lt F5 gt If auto detection hardware is implemented in the system and the external display supports it your system display will be automatically switched out when an external display is connected to the system For projectors and external devices that are not auto detected launch Acer ePresentation Management to choose an appropriate display setting gt O U D H O C D z O LLJ Empow
65. pter Acer DASP Disk Anti Shock Protection enhancement HDD protection technology Acer Bio Protection fingerprint solution featuring TPM based security Pre Boot Authentication PBA computer protection Acer FingerLaunch and Acer FingerNav TravelMate SmartCard solution for selected models TravelMate TPM Trusted Platform Module solution supporting Acer eDataSecurity Management for selected models BIOS user HDD and supervisor passwords Kensington lock slot Acer Empowering Technology Acer eNet ePower ePresentation eDataSecurity eLock eRecovery eSettings Management Acer Bio Protection Acer Crystal Eye Acer GridVista Acer Launch Manager Acer Video Conference Manager for selected models Adobe Reader CyberLink PowerDVD Norton Internet Security NTI CD Maker PlatinumSecret suite Options and accessories Environment System compliance Warranty 23 Acer ezDock II Acer ezDock II Acer MediaBay 80 120 160 GB second hard disk drive Acer MediaBay 6 cell 3800 mAh Li ion second battery pack Acer Bluetooth VoIP phone featuring Acer Video Conference Manager 512 MB 1 GB 2 GB DDR2 533 667 MHz soDIMM module 100 120 160 GB hard disk drive 9 cell 7200 mAh Li ion primary battery pack DVD Super Multi double layer drive Weight saver module External USB floppy disk drive 3 pin 65 W AC adapter Temperature Operating 5 C to 35 C Non operating 20 C to
66. r DVD 1 Press lt Alt gt lt F10 gt or select Acer eRecovery Management from the Empowering Technology toolbar to start Acer eRecovery Management 2 Switch to the Burn Disc page by selecting the Burn Disc button 3 Select the type of backup factory default user current system application you would like to burn to disc Choosing to burn a user backup will burn your most recently created backup image to disc 4 Follow the instructions on screen to complete the process Note Create a factory default image when you want to burn a bootable disc that contains your computer s entire operating system as it was delivered to you from the factory If you wish to have a disc that will allow you to browse the contents and install selected drivers and applications create an application backup image instead this disc will not be bootable Restore and recovery The restore and recovery features allow you to restore or recover the system from a factory default image from a user created image or from previously created CD and DVD backups You can also reinstall applications and drivers for your Acer system 1 Press lt Alt gt lt F10 gt or select Acer eRecovery Management from the Empowering Technology toolbar to start Acer eRecovery Management 2 Switch to the restore and recovery page by selecting the Restore button 3 Select the backup point you would like to restore from You can also choose to recover the system from a fac
67. ress it again to eject the card Installing memory Follow these steps to install memory 5 1 Turn off the computer unplug the AC adapter if connected and remove the battery pack Then turn the computer over to access its base 2 Remove the screws from the memory cover then lift up and remove the memory cover 3 a Insert the memory module diagonally into the slot then b gently press it down until it clicks into place 4 Replace the memory cover and secure it with the screw 5 Reinstall the battery pack and reconnect the AC adapter 6 Turn on the computer The computer automatically detects and reconfigures the total memory size Please consult a qualified technician or contact your local Acer dealer Using software Playing DVD movies When the DVD drive module is installed in the optical drive bay you can play DVD movies on your computer 1 Eject the DVD tray and insert a DVD movie disk then close the DVD tray Important When you launch the DVD player for the first time the program asks you to enter the region code DVD disks are divided into 6 regions Once your DVD drive is set to a region code it will play DVD disks of that region only You can set the region code a maximum of five times including the first time after which the last region code set will remain permanent Recovering your hard disk does not reset the number of times the region code has been set Refer to the table below for DVD mo
68. s good protection from unexpected noise produced by other nearby electrical devices that may interfere with the performance of this product e Use the product only with the supplied power supply cord set If you need to replace the power cord set make sure that the new power cord meets the following requirements detachable type UL listed CSA certified type SPT 2 rated 7 A 125 V minimum VDE approved or its equivalent 4 6 meters 15 feet maximum length Product servicing Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage points or other risks Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel when e the power cord or plug is damaged cut or frayed e liquid was spilled into the product e the product was exposed to rain or water e the product has been dropped or the case has been damaged e the product exhibits a distinct change in performance indicating a need for service e the product does not operate normally after following the operating instructions Note Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions since improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to normal condition Guidelines for safe battery usage This notebook uses a Lithium ion
69. s of the battery These look like metal strips on the battery This might happen for example when you carry a spare battery in your pocket or purse Short circuiting the terminals may damage the battery or the connecting object The capacity and lifetime of the battery will be reduced if the battery is left in hot or cold places such as in a closed car in summer or winter Always try to keep the battery between 15 C and 25 C 59 F and 77 F A device with a hot or cold battery may not work temporarily even when the battery is fully charged Battery performance is especially limited in temperatures well below freezing Do not dispose of batteries in a fire as they may explode Batteries may also explode if damaged Dispose of batteries according to local regulations Please recycle when possible Do not dispose as household waste Wireless devices may be susceptible to interference from the battery which could affect performance Potentially explosive environments Switch off your device in any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere and obey all signs and instructions Potentially explosive atmospheres include areas where you would normally be advised to turn off your vehicle engine Sparks in such areas could cause an explosion or fire resulting in bodily injury or even death Switch off the notebook near gas pumps at service stations Observe restrictions on the use of radio equipment in fuel depots storage and distribution are
70. sly from both antennas One of the antennas is selected automatically or manually by users to ensure good quality radiocommunication 71 2 This device is restricted to indoor use due to its operation in the 5 15 to 5 25 GHz frequency range FCC requires this product to be used indoors for the frequency range 5 15 to 5 25 GHz to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co channel Mobile Satellite systems 3 High power radar are allocated as primary users of the 5 25 to 5 35 GHz and 5 65 to 5 85 GHz bands These radar stations can cause interference with and or damage this device 4 An improper installation or unauthorized use may cause harmful interference to radio communications Also any tampering of the internal antenna will void the FCC certification and your warranty Canada Low power license exempt radio communication devices RSS 210 a Common information Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause interference and 2 This device must accept any interference including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device b Operation in 2 4 GHz band To prevent radio interference to the licensed service this device is intended to be operated indoors and installation outdoors is subject to licensing c Operation in 5 GHz band e The device for the band 5150 5250 MHz is only for indoor usage to reduce potential for harmful interference to co channel Mobile Satellite
71. t your dealer or an authorized service center Hard disk 0 extended Contact your dealer or an authorized service center type error I O parity error Contact your dealer or an authorized service center Keyboard errororno Contact your dealer or an authorized service center keyboard connected Keyboard interface Contact your dealer or an authorized service center error Memory size mismatch Press lt F2 gt during POST to enter the BIOS utility then press Exit in the BIOS utility to reboot 62 If you still encounter problems after going through the corrective measures please contact your dealer or an authorized service center for assistance Some problems may be solved using the BIOS utility 63 Regulations and safety notices FCC notice This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This device generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this device does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the device off and on the user is encoura
72. ted short current or damage rotor devices HDD Optical drive and even exposure risk from lithium battery pack Using electrical power This product should be operated from the type of power indicated on the marking label If you are not sure of the type of power available consult your dealer or local power company Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord Do not locate this product where people will walk on the cord If an extension cord is used with this product make sure that the total ampere rating of the equipment plugged into the extension cord does not exceed the extension cord ampere rating Also make sure that the total rating of all products plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed the fuse rating Do not overload a power outlet strip or receptacle by plugging in too many devices The overall system load must not exceed 80 of the branch circuit rating If power strips are used the load should not exceed 80 of the power strip s input rating This product s AC adapter is equipped with a three wire grounded plug The plug only fits in a grounded power outlet Make sure the power outlet is properly grounded before inserting the AC adapter plug Do not insert the plug into a non grounded power outlet Contact your electrician for details Warning The grounding pin is a safety feature Using a power outlet that is not properly grounded may result in electric shock and or injury Note The grounding pin also provide
73. tkeys 31 lock keys 29 troubleshooting 41 Windows keys 30 L left view 16 20 M media access on indicator 24 memory 76 installing 56 57 messages error 61 modem 53 N network 54 Notebook Manager hotkey 31 num lock 29 on indicator 24 numeric keypad embedded 29 P PC Card 56 ejecting 56 inserting 56 ports 53 printer troubleshooting 41 problems 40 CD ROM 41 display 40 keyboard 41 printer 41 startup 40 troubleshooting 61 Q questions setting location for modem use 42 S safety CD or DVD 67 modem notices 64 scroll lock 29 security keylock 34 speakers hotkey 31 troubleshooting 41 support information 43 T touchpad 27 hotkey 31 using 27 travel international flights 51 local trips 51 troubleshooting 61 tips 61 U universal serial bus 55 V view front 17 20 left 17 rear 18 right 18 volume adjusting 35 W Windows keys 30
74. tory default image recover from a previously created CD DVD or reinstall applications and drivers 4 Follow the instructions on screen to complete the process 61 Troubleshooting This chapter shows you how to deal with common system problems Read it before calling a technician if a problem occurs Solutions to more serious problems require opening up the computer Do not attempt to open the computer yourself contact your dealer or authorized service center for assistance Troubleshooting tips This notebook PC incorporates an advanced design that delivers onscreen error message reports to help you solve problems If the system reports an error message or an error symptom occurs see Error messages below If the problem cannot be resolved contact your dealer See Requesting service on page 43 Error messages If you receive an error message note the message and take the corrective action The following table lists the error messages in alphabetical order together with the recommended course of action CMOS battery bad Contact your dealer or an authorized service center CMOS checksum error Contact your dealer or an authorized service center Disk boot failure Insert a system bootable disk into the floppy drive A then press lt Enter gt to reboot Equipment Press lt F2 gt during POST to enter the BIOS utility configuration error then press Exit in the BIOS utility to reboot Hard disk 0 error Contac
75. uchpad Move your finger across the touchpad 2 to move the cursor e Press the left 1 and right 4 buttons located beneath the touchpad to perform selection and execution functions These two buttons are similar to the left and right buttons on a mouse Tapping on the touchpad is the same as clicking the left button Use the 4 way scroll 3 button to scroll up or down and move left or right a page This button mimics your cursor pressing on the right scroll bar of Windows applications Execute Quickly click Tap twice at the same twice speed as double clicking a mouse button Select Click once Tap once Drag Click and hold Tap twice at the same then use speed as double clicking finger on the a mouse button rest touchpad to your finger on the drag the touchpad on the second cursor tap and drag the cursor Access Click context once menu Scroll Click and hold to move up down left right Note When using the touchpad keep it and your fingers dry and clean The touchpad is sensitive to finger movement hence the lighter the touch the better the response Tapping harder will not increase the touchpad s responsiveness Note By default vertical and horizontal scrolling is enabled on your touchpad It can be disabled under Mouse settings in Windows Control Panel 29 Using the keyboard The keyboard has full sized keys and an embedded numeric keypad separate cursor lock Windows fun
76. um rique de la classe B est conforme a la norme NMB 003 du Canada Declaration of Conformity for EU countries Hereby Acer declares that this notebook PC series is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999 5 EC Please visit http global acer com products notebook reg nb index htm for complete documents Compliant with Russian regulatory certification ME61 Modem notices Notice for USA This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules Located on the modem is a label that contains among other information the FCC Registration Number and Ringer Equivalence Number REN for this equipment Upon request you must provide this information to your telephone company If your telephone equipment causes harm to the telephone network the telephone company may discontinue your service temporarily If possible they will notify you in advance But if advance notice is not practical you will be notified as soon as possible You will also be informed of your right to file a complaint with the FCC 65 Your telephone company may make changes in its facilities equipment operations or procedures that could affect the proper functioning of your equipment If they do you will be notified in advance to give you an opportunity to maintain uninterrupted telephone service If this equipment should fail to operate properly disconnect the equipment from the phone line to determ
77. urposes only and belong to their respective companies Information for your safety and comfort Safety instructions Read these instructions carefully Keep this document for future reference Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product Turning the product off before cleaning Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners Use a damp cloth for cleaning CAUTION for plug as disconnecting device Observe the following guidelines when connecting and disconnecting power to the power supply unit Install the power supply unit before connecting the power cord to the AC power outlet Unplug the power cord before removing the power supply unit from the computer If the system has multiple sources of power disconnect power from the system by unplugging all power cords from the power supplies CAUTION for Accessibility Be sure that the power outlet you plug the power cord into is easily accessible and located as close to the equipment operator as possible When you need to disconnect power to the equipment be sure to unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet CAUTION for Dummy Card of PCMCIA amp Express Slot Your computer shipped with plastic dummies installed in the PCMCIA amp Express slot Dummies protect unused slots from dust metal object or other particles Save the dummy for use when no PCMCIA or Express Card is installed in the slot CA
78. users To set the Web browser mail and programmable buttons run the Acer Launch Manager See Launch Manager on page 38 e Acer Empowering Technology user programmable P User programmable Internet Internet browser user programmable Email Email application user programmable 26 FineTrack and FineTrack buttons The built in FineTrack is a pointing device that senses movement on its surface This means the cursor responds as you use your finger to move the FineTrack Its central location on the keyboard provides optimum comfort and support FineTrack basics The following items show you how to use the FineTrack and FineTrack buttons e Using your finger apply light steady force on the FineTrack 1 to move the cursor e Press the FineTrack left 2 and right 3 buttons located below the keyboard to perform selection and execution functions These two FineTrack buttons are similar to the left and right buttons on a mouse Execute Quickly click twice Select Click once Drag Click and hold then use finger on the FineTrack to drag the cursor Access context menu Click once 27 Touchpad The built in touchpad is the pointing device that senses movement on its surface This means the cursor responds as you move your finger across the surface of the touchpad The central location on the palmrest provides optimum comfort and support Touchpad basics The following items show you how to use the to
79. uter to return to room temperature and inspect the screen for condensation before turning on the computer If the temperature change is greater than 10 C 18 F allow the computer to come to room temperature slowly If possible leave the computer for 30 minutes in an environment with a temperature between outside and room temperature Setting up a home office If you frequently work on your computer at home you may want to purchase a second AC adapter for use at home With a second AC adapter you can avoid carrying the extra weight to and from home If you use your computer at home for significant periods of time you might also want to add an external keyboard monitor or mouse Traveling with the computer When you are moving within a larger distance for instance from your office building to a client s office building or traveling locally 51 Preparing the computer Prepare the computer as if you were taking it home Make sure that the battery in the computer is charged Airport security may require you to turn on your computer when carrying it into the gate area What to take with you Take the following items with you e AC adapter e Spare fully charged battery pack s e Acer MediaBay battery pack e Additional printer driver files if you plan to use another printer Special considerations In addition to the guidelines for taking the computer home follow these guidelines to protect your computer while tra
80. ve the battery pack 2 Disconnect the AC adapter 3 Use a soft moist cloth Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners If either of the following occurs e the computer has been dropped or the body has been damaged e the computer does not operate normally please refer to Frequently asked questions on page 40 XVI Information for your safety and comfort Safety instructions Additional safety information Operating environment Medical devices Vehicles Potentially explosive environments Emergency calls Disposal instructions Tips and information for comfortable use First things first Your guides Basic care and tips for using your computer Turning your computer on and off Taking care of your computer Taking care of your AC adapter Taking care of your battery pack Cleaning and servicing Acer Empowering Technology Empowering Technology password Acer eNet Management Acer ePower Management Acer ePresentation Management Acer eDataSecurity Management Acer eLock Management Acer eRecovery Management Acer eSettings Management Windows Mobility Center Your Acer notebook tour Front view Closed front view Left view Right view Rear view Base view Specifications Indicators Easy launch buttons FineTrack and FineTrack buttons FineTrack basics Touchpad Touchpad basics Using the keyboard Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad Windows keys Hotkeys Contents Special keys Ejecting the optical
81. veling e Always take the computer as carry on luggage e f possible have the computer inspected by hand Airport security X ray machines are safe but do not put the computer through a metal detector e Avoid exposing floppy disks to hand held metal detectors Traveling internationally with the computer When you are moving from country to country Preparing the computer Prepare the computer as you would normally prepare it for traveling What to bring with you Bring the following items with you e AC adapter e Power cords that are appropriate for the country to which you are traveling e Spare fully charged battery packs e Acer MediaBay battery packs e Additional printer driver files if you plan to use another printer 52 e Proof of purchase in case you need to show it to customs officials e International Travelers Warranty passport Special considerations Follow the same special considerations as when traveling with the computer In addition these tips are useful when traveling internationally e Turn your system the wireless LAN function off for flight security when you are on the airplane e When traveling in another country check that the local AC voltage and the AC adapter power cord specifications are compatible If not purchase a power cord that is compatible with the local AC voltage Do not use converter kits sold for appliances to power the computer e If you are using the modem c
82. vie region code information 58 2 The DVD movie will automatically play after a few seconds USA Canada Europe Middle East South Africa Japan Southeast Asia Taiwan South Korea Latin America Australia New Zealand Former USSR parts of Africa India Ov Ul By Wy NI People s Republic of China Note To change the region code insert a DVD movie of a different region into the DVD drive Please refer to the online help for more information Power management This computer has a built in power management unit that monitors system activity System activity refers to any activity involving one or more of the following devices keyboard mouse hard disk peripherals connected to the computer and video memory If no activity is detected for a period of time called an inactivity timeout the computer stops some or all of these devices in order to conserve energy This computer employs a power management scheme that supports the advanced configuration and power interface ACPI which allows for maximum power conservation and maximum performance at the same time Windows handles all power saving chores for your computer 59 Acer eRecovery Management Acer eRecovery Management is a tool to quickly backup and restore the system You can create and save a backup of the current system configuration to hard disk CD or DVD You can also backup restore the factory default image and reinstall applications and drivers
83. xx x 0 9 a z or Z Is compliant with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the following EC directives and that all the necessary steps have been taken and are in force to assure that production units of the same product will continue comply with the requirements EMC Directive 89 336 EEC as attested by conformity with the following harmonized standards e EN55022 1998 A1 2000 A2 2003 AS NZS CISPR22 2002 Class B e EN55024 1998 A1 2001 A2 2003 e EN61000 3 2 2000 Class D EN61000 3 3 1995 A1 2001 e EN55013 2001 A1 2003 applied to models with TV function e EN55020 2002 A1 2003 applied to models with TV function Low Voltage Directive 73 23 EEC as attested by conformity with the following harmonized standard EN60950 1 2001 EN60065 2002 applied to models with TV function Council Decision 98 482 EC CTR21 for pan European single terminal connection to the Public Switched Telephone Network PSTN RoHS Directive 2002 95 EC on the Restriction of the Use of certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment 74 LCD panel ergonomic specifications Design viewing distance Design inclination angle Design azimuth angle Viewing direction range class Screen tilt angle Design screen illuminance Reflection class of LCD panel positive and negative polarity Image polarity Reference white Pre setting of luminance and color temperature 6500K
84. ypad international language support Easy launch buttons Empowering Key email Internet user programmable Front access communication switches WLAN and Bluetooth Intel High Definition Audio support Two built in Acer 3DSonic stereo speakers Built in microphone MS Sound compatible Acer Video Conference featuring Integrated Acer Crystal Eye webcam supporting enhanced Acer PrimaLite technology Optional Acer Bluetooth VoIP phone WLAN Intel Wireless WiFi Link 4965AGN dual band quad mode 802 11a b g Draft N Wi Fi CERTIFIED network connection supporting Acer SignalUp with InviLink Nplify wireless technology or 4965AG dual band tri mode 802 11a b g Wi Fi CERTIFIED network connection supporting Acer SignalUp wireless technology WPAN Bluetooth 2 0 EDR Enhanced Data Rate LAN Gigabit Ethernet supporting Intel AMT 2 5 Wake on LAN ready Modem 56K ITU V 92 with PTT approval Wake on Ring ready 22 I O interface Security Software Acer ezDock II IIl connector PC Card slot one Type Il Acer Bio Protection fingerprint reader TravelMate SmartCard reader 5 in 1 card reader SD MMC MS MS PRO xD Three USB 2 0 ports IEEE 1394 port Fast infrared FIR port External display VGA port S video TV out NTSC PAL port Serial port Headphones speaker line out port Microphone in jack Line in jack Ethernet RJ 45 port Modem RJ 11 port DC in jack for AC ada

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